Islamabad, Jan 2: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb, presided over the 3rd meeting of the Revenue Mobilisation, Investment, and Trade Program (REMIT) Steering Committee today. The meeting was aimed at reviewing the progress of decisions made in earlier committee meetings regarding key areas like revenue mobilization, investment climate, trade, and macroeconomics.
Key Highlights:
- Proactive Approach: Minister Aurangzeb praised the progress of the REMIT program but stressed the need for a more coordinated and proactive approach among stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
- Monitoring and Management: Emphasis was placed on utilizing management and monitoring tools to ensure that the program’s objectives are met effectively and on time.
- Personal Commitment: The Minister reaffirmed his personal commitment to overseeing the program’s progress, ensuring its alignment with Pakistan’s economic goals.
- Focus Areas: Discussions covered various sectors, including revenue mobilization, trade, investment climate, macroeconomic stability, and tackling climate change challenges.
- International Participation: The meeting was attended by the British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, along with senior representatives from key government ministries such as Ministry of Planning, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Commerce, Board of Investment, FBR, and partners like World Bank, GCSI, and ASI.
The REMIT Steering Committee meeting emphasized the need for collaboration and efficient management tools to drive progress in revenue mobilization, trade, and macroeconomic stability. The meeting underscored the importance of addressing both economic and climate change challenges while maintaining a focus on inclusive growth.
